Description
Rich, creamy coffee-flavored frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Smooth, easy to make, and customizable to taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature (2 sticks)
- ½ cup (118ml) vegetable shortening (can substitute with butter)
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules dissolved in 2 tbsp milk
- Additional 1–2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 2–4 cups (227–454g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Dissolve 2 tsp instant coffee in 2 tbsp warm milk. Set aside.
- Beat butter and shortening until creamy and fluffy (3–4 mins).
- Mix in dissolved coffee. Taste and add extra coffee granules if desired.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth and fluffy. Adjust consistency with more sugar or milk.
- Scrape sides, mix again, and use to frost cakes or cupcakes.
Notes
- Chill for 10 minutes for stiffer frosting perfect for piping.
- Store in airtight container at room temp (2 days) or fridge (1 week).
- Freeze for up to 3 months and re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins